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Urgent! Pathologists' Assistant Job Opening In Bakersfield – Now Hiring Nicklas Laboratory Staffing



Job description

Job Title: Pathologists’ Assistant 


Job Location: Modesto, CA 


Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday


Pay Range: $115k-$140k/year, non-exempt; Relocation and Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates!



Benefits: 401k with 4% match; health, dental, vision, life insurance; generous vacation and sick time; 10 paid holidays; scrub allowance; annual reimbursement available for CME and professional development


About the location: Modesto, California is a vibrant city in the heart of the Central Valley, known for its rich agricultural roots and friendly, small-town vibe.

It offers easy access to both the Bay Area and Yosemite National Park, making it a convenient hub for work and weekend adventures.


 


Qualifications:  




  • Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences or related field  






  • Successful completion of an NAACLS-accredited pathologists' assistant program.  






  • Current certification from the American Association of Pathologists' Assistants or the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). 






  • Basic knowledge of human anatomy, macro-surgical techniques, and general laboratory skills.  






  • Demonstrated ability to obtain and prepare tissue for evaluation and to provide assistance to pathologists in a timely and quality manner.  






  • Knowledge/ability to become knowledgeable in voice recognition software, internet, and multiple-interfaced systems, various laboratory information systems, Excel, and MS Word or equivalent applications.  






  • High degree of technical competence and knowledge of histological techniques. 




 


Key Responsibilities 




  • Preparation, gross description, dictation, and dissection of human tissue  






  • Select representative sections for embedding, staining, and microscopic evaluation  






  • Ensure appropriate specimen accessioning  






  • Obtains tissue such as blood and toxicological material for studies such as flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry  






  • Photograph pertinent gross specimens as needed  






  • Assist with frozen section tissue selection and preparation  






  • Retrieve the patient's medical chart and other pertinent data for review with the attending pathologist  






  • Confer with the attending pathologist to identify any special techniques or procedures to be utilized  






  • Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment  






  • Provision of adequate supplies  






  • Cleaning of grossing stations  






  • Disposal of biological and administrative waste  






  • Solve any discrepancies or other issues that may arise 




 


About Nicklas Laboratory Staffing: Aligned to Laboratories.

Dedicated to People.

Nicklas Laboratory Staffing is the ONLY Staffing Agency founded by a Pathologists’ Assistant that Only Focuses on Labs!   


With 12 years of laboratory experience, we specialize in placing pathologists’ assistants, histotechnicians/histotechnologists, cytologists, and lab leaders in travel, permanent, and temp to perm laboratory positions nationwide. 


As an employee of Nicklas Laboratory Staffing, we provide employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance active on day one.

We also provide you with no cost employer malpractice insurance, and a matching retirement program where you are fully vested.  


This is your professional journey – Nicklas Laboratory Staffing will be your Advocate.

You’ve worked hard to build your skills.

Let us help you find the perfect opportunity to put them to use.

We make the job search easy, stress-free, and tailored to what matters to you.

Whether you’re looking for flexibility in a travel position, or a permanent role with career growth, we are here to help you thrive.  


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